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Prospect Park Hospital Block 2 - Restaurant

Prospect Park Hospital, Honey End Lane, Reading , Berkshire, RG30 4EJ

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Getting To (Restaurant)

  • The most accessible route from the car park has step-free level access, uneven surfaces and a dropped kerb.
  • Access to the restaurant is via the Prospect Park Hospital Block 2 main entrance.
  • There is a drop-off point at this entrance.
  • The restaurant is located on the Level 2 of the main building, off the main corridor.
  • The restaurant is approximately 6m from the lift.
  • Enter via the main entrance.
    Proceed ahead through the double doors and turn right.
    Continue along the corridor until you reach the lift on the left.
    Take the lift to Level 2.
    Exit the lift to the right and the restaurant will be on you left.
  • Internally the most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • Some flooring along the route is shiny .
  • There are not resting areas along the route.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The following toilet facilities are available along the route; a toilet with adaptations (with right hand transfer) and standard toilets.
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Parking (Prospect Park Hospital Block 2)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the front of the building.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 223cm (width) x 582cm (depth).
    • There are no hatched/marked zones.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • The nearest designated bay is 18m from the main entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has steep ramps or slopes.
    • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for staff, visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are 4 electric vehicle charging points.
    • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 233cm (width) x 465cm (depth).
    • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The charging points require tap and pay (contactless payment).
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point available.
    • The designated drop-off point is located at the front of the building.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.

Entrance (Main Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • The ramp bypasses the step.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 14cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is also an identical ramp to the right of the main entrance.
  • There is a bell at a height of 105cm.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • There is a push pad at a height of 92cm.
  • The width of the opening is 202cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 92cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Lift (Prospect Park Hospital Block 2)

  • The lift surveyed is located on the right side of the building.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 29m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • Levels 1 and 2 are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 130cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 179cm (width) x 202cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator and a list of floor services/facilities.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Eating and Drinking (Restaurant)

  • On Level 2 of Prospect Hospital, on the right side of the building.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 150cm.
  • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Full table service is available on request only.
  • Menus are available on a board and displayed on the counter.
  • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy and vegetarian.
  • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The service counter was surveyed.
  • The counter is located ahead as you enter the restaurant.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 87cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has windows.
  • The height of the tray rail is 83cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.